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Send us Fan Mail Does turning off your PlayStation matter if Sony still gets your money? Nick breaks down the PlayStation Blackout, the difference between online outrage and financial pressure, and what gamers would need to do to make a boycott count. Also in this episode: Denuvo’s lawsuit against voices38, the allegations surrounding 26 games, and the debate over anti-tamper protection and PC gaming performance. Gaming Gone Wild covers a repeat gaming-machine burglary in Illinois, a fatal Milwaukee shooting allegedly stemming from a PlayStation ownership dispute, Florida’s “LEGO Bandit,” and a Houston Pokémon shop burglary. Dude, I Got the Munchies brings Dr Pepper chicken, Campbell’s cooking sauces, KFC’s Krunch Dawg, giant refillable Capri Sun pouches, DQ Coffee Coolers, and a cream cheese showdown—plus a hungry detour through Biscuitville. We also react to Wo Long 2 before closing with Choose Your Fate: HUNK vs. Agent 47, Bald Bull vs. Dudley, Jill Valentine vs. Regina, Marcus Fenix vs. Chris Redfield, and Tecmo Bowl Bo Jackson vs. Madden 2004 Michael Vick. Listen, pick your side, and bring your argument. Content note: Strong language and discussion of violence, including a fatal shooting. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Gaming survived the crash of 1983—but could rising costs, massive development budgets, and pressure from AI infrastructure push the industry toward another breaking point? NickMoses05 breaks down the gaming-crash debate, what makes today different from 1983, and what increasingly expensive hardware could mean for everyday players. Would you stop upgrading, wait for sales, or return to the games you already own? Plus, Nintendo’s court victory against a MIG Switch seller in the Netherlands sparks a deeper conversation about piracy, preservation, and digital ownership. With both versions of the device on hand, Nick discusses why developers deserve to get paid—and why customers want lasting access to their purchases. Also in this episode: • Gaming Gone Wild: An alleged school threat in a gaming chat, an attack on a teenager playing video games in El Paso, a Green Oaks gaming-machine robbery, and a Jackson PS5 burglary investigation. • Dude, I Got the Munchies: Carl’s Jr. Angus Maximus, Girl Scout dog treats, Walmart’s bettergoods desserts, Baskin-Robbins Biscoff treats, Red Baron microwave pizza, and Wendy’s towering T-Rex burger. • Game of the Week: A look at Halloween and its Michael Myers horror experience. • Choose Your Fate: Balrog vs. Mr. Sandman, Samus vs. Big Daddy, Bayonetta vs. Princess Zelda, Kratos vs. Wolverine, and Andre Bishop vs. TJ Combo. • After-show conversation: Defending Duke Nukem Forever and reacting to a viral Dark Souls 2 pick for the greatest game of all time. What would make you stop buying new consoles—and which Choose Your Fate pick did Nick get wrong? Follow the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast and share this episode with someone who has an opinion. Originally recorded September 13, 2026. News, investigations, and product discussions reflect the information discussed at recording. Criminal allegations are not convictions. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Would you pay $100 for a game—or $2,000 for your next console? And if your entire collection depends on an account, how much do you really own? NickMoses05 joins forces with a guest from The Lobby Podcast for a passionate gaming debate about rising prices, digital ownership, and where players should draw the line. We tackle GTA 6 rumors, physical discs versus digital convenience, and whether premium editions offer real value or leave standard-edition players missing out. Then the conversation gets heated over Game Pass and PlayStation Plus: are subscriptions helping people afford gaming, or changing what players are willing to buy? The debate also covers: • Why physical game collectors still want a choice. • Whether rising console prices could shut kids and families out. • PC versus console gaming—and Nintendo’s different approach. • Free-to-play games and their effect on expectations. • Gaming boycotts, buying habits, and supporting developers. • Classic gaming memories, overlooked franchises, and the potential of indie studios. Two gamers. Strong opinions. Plenty of laughs. Where do YOU stand—and what price would finally make you walk away? This episode features commentary, speculation, and discussion of GTA 6 rumors circulating at the time of recording. References to pricing, editions, leaks, and physical availability are not confirmed announcements. Follow the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast and share this episode with someone who always argues the other side. 00:00 Introductions and The Lobby Podcast 03:23 GTA 6 rumors: Could anything stop the hype? 09:05 Physical discs vs. digital convenience 16:53 Classic consoles and gaming memories 20:52 Leaks, consumer pressure, and player choice 32:08 Premium editions: What makes the upgrade worth it? 36:32 Game Pass, subscriptions, and “welfare gamers” 40:05 Rising hardware prices and gaming’s future 44:49 PC vs. console—and Nintendo’s approach 49:45 When does gaming become too expensive for families? 56:08 Gaming on a budget and the free-to-play debate 1:04:34 Would you refuse a $2,000 console? 1:10:15 Twisted Metal, shooters, and overlooked franchises 1:13:52 Ubisoft, studio layoffs, and indie developers 1:20:49 Closing thoughts and future collaborations Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week’s shorter episode of the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast focuses on 3 major gaming stories. Rockstar is premiering GTA VI: An Extended Look exclusively on Netflix for 6 hours before releasing it free on YouTube and the official GTA VI website. Nick challenges the argument that the short delay is meaningless and asks whether this could establish a precedent where early access to video game marketing becomes another paid subscription benefit. Cyber1000, known throughout the PS4 scene for backports and fixes released under CyB1K, says his family is facing a housing emergency. After years of people downloading and benefiting from his work, has the PS4 community done enough to support the person behind those files? Cyber1000’s official fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/lost-my-home-need-help-kkda5 Support the show

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to create music for a video game? NickMoses05 sits down with award-winning video-game composer Chase Bethea for a behind-the-scenes conversation about game music, creativity and building a career in the gaming industry. Chase explains how his musical journey began with the Game Boy Camera, how he transforms an idea into an interactive soundtrack and what it is like managing music for multiple games simultaneously. He also discusses Black representation in the gaming industry, the importance of recognizing your natural talents and the advice he would give aspiring video-game composers. You will also hear about one of the strangest—and most unforgettable—objects Chase has ever used to create a sound for a game. This conversation originally appeared on the NickMoses05 YouTube channel and is now being released for the first time on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast feed. Topics include: • How Chase began creating video-game music • The process behind composing an interactive soundtrack • Managing several game projects at once • Black representation in gaming and game development • Advice for aspiring composers • Chase’s future goals • The strangest sound-making instrument he has ever created Follow the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast for gaming news, interviews, industry conversations and debates from the world of video games. Watch NickMoses05 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRP7jR1vqgdNwUIXH6r8uZA Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Nintendo says customers received exactly what they paid for and are not entitled to any portion of the company’s potential tariff refund. Is Nintendo legally correct, morally wrong—or both? Xbox is also testing free, ad-supported cloud gaming that allows players to stream games they already own without a Game Pass subscription. We explain why the current offer may actually benefit players, while establishing the lines Microsoft cannot be allowed to cross. Also in this episode: • A Florida man allegedly used malware-infected Steam games to steal cryptocurrency from gamers.  • Pokémon card stores are being targeted in smash-and-grab robberies across the United States and Australia.  • A West Virginia lawmaker and teacher faces a federal charge involving the alleged exploitation of a minor after communication that began through Roblox.  • KFC launches Simpsons and Evangelion menus.  • McDonald’s introduces Honey Brown Butter breakfast sandwiches.  • Starbucks prepares 5 Orange Cream drinks.  • OMEA and the After End Demo are recognized as our Games of the Week. Join NickMoses05 and the MoFam for gaming news, strong opinions, food madness, and debates that go beyond the headlines. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Sony’s decision to end physical PlayStation game releases in 2028 is sending shockwaves through the gaming industry—and retailers are beginning to fight back. Video Games Plus has published an open letter urging Xbox to make physical media part of Project Helix, giving Microsoft a rare opportunity to reverse the embarrassment of its 2013 Xbox One reveal and position itself as the console that still supports consumer choice. We also examine why European regulators say they cannot force Sony to continue manufacturing discs, how an all-digital PlayStation ecosystem could create new antitrust problems, and why eliminating physical games affects far more than collectors. Used-game pricing, lending, preservation, independent retailers and competition with the PlayStation Store could all disappear with the disc. Gaming Gone Wild features four unbelievable stories: a suspected burglar allegedly targeting two Santa Fe game stores, the tragic death of a Tennessee mother who traveled to meet someone connected through online gaming, a man arrested months after allegedly shooting his neighbor eight times following a stolen PlayStation 5 dispute, and 15 young people taken into custody after a social-media trend encouraged break-ins at Urban Air locations. Dude, I Got the Munchies includes Costco Mini Croissant Donuts, Blue Bell Chocolate Lava Cake Ice Cream, Dolly Parton Cookies ’N Custard desserts, the return of Ore-Ida Crispers, Pringles can-sized flavored hot dog buns and Reese’s Pieces with a new chocolate-cookie center. Our Game of the Week is Ascend to ZERO, the fast-paced, time-bending action roguelike from Flyway Games and KRAFTON. We break down its 30-second survival loop, time-freezing combat and wildly escalating RPG progression before closing the show with another round of Choose Your Fate. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we’re breaking down Sony’s major move away from physical games and why the future of PlayStation may be bad news for game ownership, preservation, and consumer choice. Sony confirmed that new PlayStation physical disc production will end in 2028, and while digital games are already dominating the market, Nick explains why convenience is not the same thing as ownership. We also get into the timing of Sony’s DRM controversy, why transparency matters, and why gamers should be concerned about an all-digital future. Then we shift over to Microsoft, who seemed very happy to throw some shade at Sony by promoting physical discs for Halo: Campaign Evolved. But is Xbox really standing up for physical media, or are they just winning the PR battle while reportedly heading toward the same all-digital future? Gaming Gone Wild is packed this week with Pokémon card robberies, trading card shops being targeted, and serious online safety stories involving gaming platforms. We also hit Dude I Got The Munchies with viral food items, weird new snacks, a chocolate McGriddle, Mountain Dew’s birthday cake Slurpee, Chili’s new Big Crispy chicken sandwiches, and more. Plus, Game of the Week goes to Rhythm Heaven Groove, now available on Nintendo Switch and playable on Nintendo Switch 2, and we close things out with another round of Choose Your Fate. 0:00 Show Intro 6:27 Gaming Gone Wild 8:42 $10,000 Pokémon Card Store Burglary 14:53 Roblox Currency Online Safety Case 21:07 Gaming App Exploitation Case 27:12 $21,000 Pokémon Card Robbery Sentence 33:26 Sony Ends Physical Games 56:51 Xbox Fires Back at Sony 1:20:03 Dude I Got The Munchies 1:20:49 Viral Hair Croissant 1:24:53 Kroger Weird Chip Flavors 1:26:31 McDonald’s Chocolate McGriddle 1:28:27 Mountain Dew Birthday Cake Slurpee 1:30:19 Chili’s Big Crispy Chicken Sandwiches 1:32:32 Dutch Bros Firecracker Rebel 1:34:24 Game of the Week: Rhythm Heaven Groove 1:38:06 Choose Your Fate 1:39:16 Choose Your Fate Round 1 1:41:19 Choose Your Fate Round 2 1:42:54 Choose Your Fate Round 3 1:44:37 Choose Your Fate Round 4 1:46:09 Choose Your Fate Round 5 1:48:19 Choose Your Fate Round 6 1:54:08 Closing Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we are covering a packed episode of gaming news, debates, and wild stories. We start with Gaming Gone Wild, including GTA VI early access scams targeting fans, a Chicago smash-and-grab where video gaming machines were destroyed, a Kakaʻako illegal gambling bust involving 19 gaming machines, and the Philippines debate over GoreBox and whether video games are being blamed too quickly after a real-world tragedy. Then we get into two major gaming debates. First, Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility issues and whether Nintendo is doing enough to protect the library players already paid for. Then we talk about the GTA VI physical media controversy, the reported code-in-box release, and why this matters for game ownership, used games, preservation, and the Stop Killing Games movement. We also hit Dude I Got The Munchies with new items from Panda Express, Dairy Queen, Aldi, Wingstop, Hardee’s, and IHOP, followed by Product of the Week featuring the Gamrombo PS5 controller. Then we close things out with Choose Your Fate. Timestamps: 0:00 Show Intro 2:44 Gaming Gone Wild 10:23 GTA VI Early Access Scams 16:34 Avondale Smash-and-Grab 21:12 Hawaii Kakaʻako Gambling Bust 28:14 Philippines Game Ban Debate 42:21 Nintendo Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Issues 1:00:10 GTA VI No Disc / Physical Ownership Debate 1:02:41 Dude I Got The Munchies 1:05:36 Panda Express Sichuan Chicken & Fries Shake Box 1:07:33 Dairy Queen Stars & Stripes Float and Blizzard Cup Lineup 1:09:53 Aldi Clear Ice Cubes 1:14:30 Wingstop Sweet Heat Chamoy 1:18:54 Hardee’s Hot Honey Chicken Lineup 1:23:34 IHOP Dubai Chocolate Pancakes 1:27:00 Product of the Week: Gamrombo PS5 Controller 1:28:46 Choose Your Fate 1:30:19 Choose Your Fate Round 1 1:32:00 Choose Your Fate Round 2 1:33:55 Choose Your Fate Final Rounds 1:47:56 Closing Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  Welcome to the first episode of The Video Games Debate Show, a new debate-style format from the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast. NickMoses05 is joined by TEKKENBLACKEST for three rounds of gaming arguments, hot takes, and real conversation around where the video game industry is heading. Round 1 starts with the Philippines temporarily blocking GoreBox after a deadly school shooting, raising the question: should violent video games ever be banned after real-world violence, or is that just lazy politics? Round 2 moves into Xbox Game Pass and whether the subscription model is actually saving gamers money, or slowly training players to stop buying games altogether. Then in the Final Round, Nick and TEKKENBLACKEST debate GTA 6, digital downloads, code-in-a-box releases, physical collectors, $100 editions, and whether Rockstar could be pushing gaming closer to the death of physical media. This episode also gets into digital convenience, midnight releases, game ownership, collector’s editions, scalpers, GTA Online money, fighting games, Tekken, Mortal Kombat, and why some gamers are fully done with physical copies while others still want something real on the shelf. Three rounds. Three debates. No safe answers. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we kick things off with Gaming Gone Wild, featuring 4 wild stories connected to gaming and crime, including a man secretly living under a family’s home with TVs and gaming consoles, a PS5 repair dispute that turned into a theft charge, a disturbing cybercrime case involving illegal digital content, and a Houston social club raid where police seized more than $350,000 in cash. Then we get into one of the biggest gaming conversations of the week: Destiny 2 ending active live-service development. Bungie says the game will remain playable, but the move raises a much bigger question about digital ownership, live-service games, game preservation, and the growing Stop Killing Games movement. We also break down the reveal of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, including its controversial Korean Peninsula campaign setting, the removal of hipfire weapon bloom, the return of DMZ, next-gen-only release plans, and whether this could be a major comeback moment or another divisive Call of Duty release. After that, it is time for Dude, I Got the Munchies, with Kool-Aid Pineapples, Panda Express Cantonese BBQ Brisket, Chipotle crispy chicken, Popeyes biscuit mix, Taco Bell shredded beef items, and Nothing Bundt Cakes’ summer lineup. Finally, we talk about Illinois Game Con 2026, where NickMoses05 will be next week in Bloomington, Illinois, looking for gamers, interviews, trivia moments, Choose Your Fate reactions, and viral content. Tap in for gaming news, wild stories, food talk, convention prep, and the usual NickMoses05 energy. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we break down one of the wildest weeks in gaming news. We start with Gaming Gone Wild, covering Pokémon card burglaries, illegal gambling arcade raids, smash-and-grab break-ins, and a classic game store burglary involving Pokémon cards worth way less than the damage caused. Then we get into the latest Stop Killing Games updates, including California’s Protect Our Games Act and what it could mean for digital ownership, refunds, live-service shutdowns, and the future of games players paid for. We also look at Glitch, a new TikTok-style gaming platform built around instant browser play, social discovery, and low-friction game access, plus whether a platform like this can actually work in a world dominated by Steam, Game Pass, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. Dude, I Got the Munchies returns with Costco chicken tenders, Taco Bell’s Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza, Krispy Kreme’s Orange Dreamsicle doughnut, Keebler’s Marshmallow Fudge Stripes, Nerds x Mother’s Cookies, and the Washington Nationals’ viral hotdog fries. For Games of the Week, we dive into the drama around Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2, including early access controversy, leaked builds, massive player counts, 8,000-year bans, co-op hype, and a $250 million legal battle. Finally, Choose Your Fate closes the show with “The Generational Leap,” featuring classic vs. modern matchups like Super Mario World vs. Super Mario 64, Resident Evil vs. Resident Evil 2, GTA San Andreas vs. GTA V, and Ocarina of Time vs. Breath of the Wild. Drop your takes in the comments and let us know which stories, games, and matchups you’re riding with this week. 0:00 Show Intro 4:32 Gaming Gone Wild Begins 5:59 Pokémon Card Store Break-In 12:21 Charlotte Illegal Gambling Arcade Raid 18:08 Chicago Smash-and-Grab & Gaming Machine Break-Ins 26:25 Mechanicville Game Store Burglary 34:39 Stop Killing Games Latest Updates 48:22 California Protect Our Games Act 49:24 Digital Ownership vs. Game Publishers 1:07:32 Glitch Gaming Platform 1:07:46 Can a TikTok-Style Gaming Platform Work? 1:09:38 Ludocene Game Discovery Test 1:12:21 Dude, I Got the Munchies Begins 1:12:33 Costco Chicken Tenders Controversy 1:15:12 Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza 1:15:19 Taco Bell’s New Jalapeño Citrus Salsa 1:18:03 Keebler Marshmallow Fudge Stripes 1:18:13 Walmart Exclusive Snack Drops 1:20:14 Krispy Kreme Orange Dreamsicle Doughnut 1:20:23 Limited-Time Krispy Kreme Deal 1:21:47 Nerds x Mother’s Cookies 1:22:02 Sweet & Tangy Frosted Cookies 1:24:31 Washington Nationals Hotdog Fries 1:24:44 Viral Stadium Food Debate 1:30:04 Games of the Week Begins 1:30:07 Forza Horizon 6 Drama 1:31:16 Forza Leak & 8,000-Year Bans 1:32:42 Subnautica 2 Takes Over Steam 1:32:46 Subnautica 2 Co-Op Hype 1:35:14 Subnautica 2 Legal Battle 1:35:19 $250 Million Publisher Drama 1:37:57 Choose Your Fate Begins 1:38:09 Super Mario World vs. Super Mario 64 1:41:21 Resident Evil vs. Resident Evil 2 1:41:31 BioShock vs. BioShock Infinite 1:42:32 GTA San Andreas vs. GTA V 1:44:14 Ocarina of Time vs. Breath of the Wild 1:50:35 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Tonight on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we ask one of the biggest questions in gaming right now: is your game playing you? This episode breaks down the rise of psychological privacy DLC, AI-powered player profiling, and whether games are heading toward a future where players may have to pay extra just to avoid being studied, tracked, and monetized. We also dive into the future of Xbox and ask whether the Xbox Series X is really dead, or if Microsoft has simply moved beyond the traditional console war into a platform-first future built around Game Pass, PC, handhelds, cloud gaming, and digital libraries. Plus, we cover a full Gaming Gone Wild lineup, including collectible card thefts, online gaming safety concerns, a video game hangout that turned into a criminal case, and an illegal gaming room raid. Then we lighten things up with Dude, I Got the Munchies, Game of the Week featuring The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. Topics include: Gaming Gone Wild  Is Your Game Playing You?  Psychological Privacy DLC  Is Xbox Series X Dead?  Dude, I Got the Munchies  Game of the Week: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered   Drop your thoughts and let me know: are games becoming smarter for the player, or smarter at playing the player? Follow NickMoses05:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickMoses05  Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/NickMoses05  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickmoses05yt  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickmo05  X: https://twitter.com/nickmo05  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickMoses05 02:16 - Gaming Gone Wild (All Stories) 31:27 - Is Your Game Playing You? 54:21 - Is Xbox Series X Dead? 1:11:57 - Dude I Got the Munchies 1:35:48 - Game of the Week (Oblivion Remastered) Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Gaming is changing… and not everyone is ready for what’s coming next. In this episode of the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we break down the biggest shifts happening in the gaming industry right now—from emotional microtransactions that could change how games monetize players, to the “Gameslop” storefront crisis flooding platforms with AI-generated content. We also dive into wild real-world gaming-related stories in Gaming Gone Wild, take a look at Knockout 2: Wrath of the Karen as our Game of the Week, and wrap it all up with another intense round of Choose Your Fate. If you care about the future of gaming, this is one you don’t want to miss. 00:00 – Intro 01:41 – Gaming Gone Wild (Pokémon shooting, Roblox case, more) 28:43 – Emotional Microtransactions (The Next Gaming Controversy) 44:08 – Gameslop Storefront Crash (AI flooding gaming) 57:40 – Dude I Got the Munchies 1:13:28 – Game of the Week: Knockout 2 Wrath of the Karen 1:18:59 – Choose Your Fate Please leave a review of the podcast and let us know how you feel about it.  It would be much appreciated.   Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week on the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we break down some of the wildest stories and hottest debates happening in gaming right now. We start with Gaming Gone Wild, covering real-world stories connected to gaming, including a shocking incident at a Pokémon store in Tokyo, a string of Pokémon card robberies in Chicago, and how gaming machines are becoming major targets for crime. Then we dive into the news that OpenAI is shutting down Sora, the viral AI video platform, and what that means for the future of AI content and gaming. In Back in My Day, we tackle one of the most controversial topics right now — should games cost $100? We break down inflation, development costs, and why you might already be paying that price without realizing it. For Dude I Got The Munchies, we go through the latest wild food drops, including Papa John’s new sandwiches, Pizza Hut’s hot dog stuffed crust, and some of the craziest fast food experiments out right now. In Game of the Week, we compare Super Meat Boy 3D and the return of Legacy of Kain, breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and what happens when classic games try to evolve. And we close it out with Choose Your Fate, putting you in tough gaming scenarios where you have to make the call. If you’re into gaming news, debates, and real conversations, this is one you don’t want to miss. Support the show